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The display must turn off after 20 minutes of inactivity when the system is plugged in.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WN08-CC-000057 | WN08-CC-000057 | WN08-CC-000057_rule | Low |
| Description |
|---|
| Turning off an inactive display supports energy saving initiatives. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| Windows 8 Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2012-11-21 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-WN08-CC-000057_chk ) |
|---|
| If the following registry value does not exist or is not configured as specified, this is a finding: Registry Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Subkey: \Software\Policies\Microsoft\Power\PowerSettings\3C0BC021-C8A8-4E07-A973-6B14CBCB2B7E\ Value Name: ACSettingIndex Type: REG_DWORD Value: 0x000004b0 (1200) or less |
| Fix Text (F-WN08-CC-000057_fix) |
|---|
| Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> System -> Power Management -> Video and Display Settings -> "Turn Off the Display (Plugged In)" to "Enabled" with "1200" seconds or less. |